2000 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2400 mm |
